My thesis has been going well! Before the semester started, I was doubting my ability to write a complete book. I’ve been told endlessly that I am a good writer, but I wasn’t confident that I could write well enough to be considered an author. However, I am finding the process to be smooth. Currently, it’s the second week of February, so I am in the middle of writing chapter four. The only issue I am running into is having writer’s block every so often. It can be difficult to get out of the slump, and I ask myself “what’s next?” a lot. I am super glad we received some freedom to do what we wanted with this thesis because I would have never pushed myself to write a book otherwise. One of the most interesting things about this project thus far is how greatly it boosted my confidence in writing. My mind does not feel so cluttered and stuck when I sit down to work on this project or essays for other classes. I will be done writing by the end of the second week of March. I am excited to see the final first draft, but I am nervous about having to create a cover for the book. My skills in graphic design are not that great, so maybe I could find someone to help me when I reach that step.
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